Manager Programming Cree Unit CBC North English Services On-site

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At CBC/RadioCanada we create content that informs entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values which include creativity integrity inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting everchanging industry Whether it be in front of the camera on air online or behind the scenes you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

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A Cree version of the job description is available. Please request the PDF from our team by emailing

This role requires fulltime onsite presence.

Your role

CBC is transforming the way it serves Canadians where they live. Our vision is to reflect Canadians to each other on every available platform while creating a deep understanding of our communities and the people who live there. We do that with relevant responsive and original storytelling. We are community connectors more local more digital and more determined than ever.

An important part of our commitment is producing programming in eight Indigenous languages this includes programming in Cree to serve the people of Eeyou Istchee James Bay.

We are hiring a Manager Journalism and Programming to lead the team that produces Cree language programming on radio TV and digital in Quebec. The position is based in Montreal where the successful candidate will lead the Cree programming unit.

We seek a leader with vision and compassion who can bring out the best in a team and can collaborate well with other programming teams across CBC. Were looking for an innovative manager someone to set the course for great relevant content. You will ensure the Cree Unit at CBC is a great place to work. This role is responsible for building connections between Cree people and CBC at the local level. This means ensuring the programs reflect what matters most to people in the Cree communities of the Eeyou Istchee James Bay.

You will deliver on this through a focus on three priorities:

Content: In this role you will ensure that CBC journalistic standards are met and that our stories are fair balanced accurate thoughtful and resonate with the Cree communities. You are creative and will inspire the team to try new things new workflows and new story treatments across all platforms: radio television and digital.

Community: Our community goal is to be a passionate force for public good by fostering a shared understanding about each other. With that in mind local news and community storytelling are more important than ever. You will deepen our connections with the communities of Eeyou Istchee.

Culture: You will lead a team of diverse talented and passionate people. You will develop their talent coach them support them and inspire them. You live and promote the values of diversity and an inclusive and respectful work environment.

The successful candidate will report to the Senior Managing Director Quebec and Atlantic regions. You will work with the other leaders at CBC Quebec to meet the goals of CBC/Radio Canada.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Leadership skills to inspire and direct creative programming staff.
• Experience in developing people providing feedback that builds understanding and skills.
• A strong understanding of the Cree and Quebec communities.
• Knowledge of Canadas North.
• A university degree or equivalent experience.
• 23 years of directly related experience in people leadership or management.
• Belief in the value of public service broadcasting.
• Knowledge of journalism and / or program production.
• Knowledge of effective management and changemanagement techniques.
• Knowledge of CBCs Journalistic Standards and Practices.
• An agile creative mind to develop and evaluate programs and to develop ideas for
• programs on a daily basis. Intelligence and the ability to think both laterally and linearly are essential to manage a wide range of circumstances every day.
• Excellent communication listening collaboration and interpersonal skills as well as
• cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Fluent Cree language skills would be an important advantage as all programming is in Cree.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of French would be an asset.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:

• A mandatory Criminal record check.

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/RadioCanada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our countrys diversity. Thats because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians by having a workforce that mirrors the everchanging makeup of our country. Thats why we as an employer value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canadas public broadcaster. For more information visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to .

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee it will be important to inform us as quickly as possible of any situation that because of your hiring constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

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